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National Parks Cruisetour, Longer Adventures, New Itineraries Highlight Princess Cruises 2025 Alaska Season

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Monday, July 31, 2023

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2025 Alaska cruise and cruisetours season, featuring three captivating roundtrip itineraries and an exclusive new National Parks Cruisetour. These remarkable offerings are available for booking starting August 3.

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  • SANTA CLARITA, Calif., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2025 Alaska cruise and cruisetours season, featuring three captivating roundtrip itineraries and an exclusive new National Parks Cruisetour.
  • Following its debut in 2024, the National Parks Cruisetour returns in 2025 with a 15-night adventure to five of Alaska's most breathtaking parks.
  • In 2025, seven Princess ships will sail to Alaska, including Caribbean Princess for the first time.
  • Visit www.princess.com/alaska for more details on the 2025 Alaska cruises and cruisetours season from Princess Cruises.

As 2025 Bookings Open, Holland America Line Leads Alaska Cruising with Most Glacier, Wildlife and Wilderness Viewing Opportunities

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

SEATTLE, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The riches of the wilderness take center stage on Holland America Line's Alaska cruises as the region's natural wonders and rugged beauty unfold. With the most visits to Alaska's glaciers and more ways to see wildlife and wilderness on a shore excursion than any other cruise line, Holland America Line is weaving more than 75 years of Alaska expertise into every facet of the experience.

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  • "As we open bookings for our 2025 season, we're offering an unmatched Alaska: Up Close experience and incentives to start planning now."
  • From April through October 2025, guests can embark on Holland America Line's cruises to Alaska aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.
  • During Glacier Bay scenic cruising, Glacier Bay National Park Rangers visit Holland America Line ships for the day to engage with guests and talk about Alaska's most famous national park.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

New Data from Divert, Inc. Shows 20% Increase in Grocery Store Wasted Food During the Summer Months

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

The Summer Solstice - Divert, Inc., an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™, today announced new data showing that wasted food from grocery stores increases by an average of nearly 20% during the summer months compared to the winter months.

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  • The Summer Solstice - Divert, Inc., an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™, today announced new data showing that wasted food from grocery stores increases by an average of nearly 20% during the summer months compared to the winter months.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230621022268/en/
    Graph showing the 20% increase in wasted food during the summer months.
  • When produce is exposed to greater temperature fluctuations like those seen during the summer months, the percentage of wasted food increases for retailers.
  • While summer shows a significant, consistent increase in the amount of wasted food, this is a year round crisis; 63 million pounds of food is thrown away annually in the U.S. alone and wasted food contributes up to 10% of greenhouse gas emissions globally.

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT CELEBRATES NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY WITH A NEW $2 COMMEMORATIVE CIRCULATION COIN

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, June 20, 2023 /CNW/ - On the eve of the Summer Solstice, a day of great significance for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring their rich and diverse cultural heritages with a $2 commemorative circulation coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 20, 2023 /CNW/ - On the eve of the Summer Solstice, a day of great significance for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring their rich and diverse cultural heritages with a $2 commemorative circulation coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.
  • For the first time on a Canadian circulation coin, three different artists have collaborated on a single reverse design.
  • "Since 1996, National Indigenous Peoples Day has been an opportunity to celebrate First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people," said The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
  • "National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to both celebrate and honour the diverse cultures of Métis, Inuit and First Nations.

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT CELEBRATES NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY WITH A NEW $2 COMMEMORATIVE CIRCULATION COIN

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, June 20, 2023 /CNW/ - On the eve of the Summer Solstice, a day of great significance for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring their rich and diverse cultural heritages with a $2 commemorative circulation coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 20, 2023 /CNW/ - On the eve of the Summer Solstice, a day of great significance for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring their rich and diverse cultural heritages with a $2 commemorative circulation coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.
  • For the first time on a Canadian circulation coin, three different artists have collaborated on a single reverse design.
  • "Since 1996, National Indigenous Peoples Day has been an opportunity to celebrate First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people," said The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
  • "National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to both celebrate and honour the diverse cultures of Métis, Inuit and First Nations.

New Star Princess and Sun Princess Headline 2025 Europe Cruises & Cruisetours Season as Princess Cruises Celebrates 40th Anniversary Sailing in the Mediterranean

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Sun Princess, plus Majestic Princess, Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess.

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  • Sun Princess, plus Majestic Princess, Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess.
  • Voyages aboard ships sailing out of Southampton UK (London) in 2025 - Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess - go on sale May 25, while sailings on Mediterranean-based ships - Star Princess (NEW), Sun Princess (NEW) and Majestic Princess go on sale June 1.
  • Princess first set sail in the Mediterranean in 1985, and to celebrate the 40th anniversary the new Star Princess joins sister-ship Sun Princess in the Mediterranean for her debut season of cruising.
  • British Isles: Emerald Princess and Regal Princess offer heritage and hillside castles on 10- to 14-day cruises from London (Southampton).

Ultimate 2023 Valentine's Getaways Announced at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

WATCH HILL, R.I., Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn are offering extraordinary Valentine's packages that spare no expense for romantic celebrations during the month of February. Whether it's a luxurious experience at the triple five-star Ocean House, or one at the charming five-star historic Weekapaug Inn, each of these packages will ignite sparks for a memorable Valentine's experience for any couple.

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  • A 2023 Nautical Blue Mercedes Benz EQS 450 4Matic, electric sedan to enjoy at Ocean House and to take home.
  • A 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 AWD Ultimate plug in Hybrid take home from Weekapaug Inn.
  • In addition to these experiences, Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn offer many other seasonal dining and accommodations options.
  • Accommodations mid-week in February start at $455 at Ocean House and $410 at Weekapaug Inn, not including tax and resort fee.

Holland America Line Heads to the Arctic Circle and Features Longer Cruises for Alaska 2024 Season

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

SEATTLE, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today is Alaska's statehood day, and to celebrate the region that is at the heart of summer cruising Holland America Line is sharing details of its 2024 Alaska season. The premium cruise line is debuting a new 28-day Arctic Circle itinerary that includes 12 Alaska ports, longer 14-day voyages and 117 weeklong journeys, enhancing its position as the leader in Alaska cruising.

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  • "With six ships serving Alaska and the only cruise line with owned land operations in Denali and the Yukon, no one does Alaska better than Holland America Line."
  • From April through September 2024, guests can embark on Holland America Line's cruises to Alaska aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.
  • A new 28-day " Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice " cruise aboard Westerdam departs June 9 in time for the Summer Solstice.
  • The voyage sails roundtrip from Seattle to the Bering Sea and is a first-of-its-kind itinerary for Holland America Line.

Holland America Line's 2024 Europe Season Introduces New Itineraries and Homeports, Longer Cruises and More Northern Capitals

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

SEATTLE, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For Holland America Line's 2024 Europe season, the cruise line is adding several new itineraries that combine regions, increasing the number of voyages of 14 days or longer and enhancing Northern Europe with new departure ports. From April to November dozens of unique itineraries — ranging from seven to 35 days — will be offered on two of the line's Pinnacle Class ships, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, along with Oosterdam and Zuiderdam.

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  • Holland America Line adds new Northern Europe and Mediterranean cruise itineraries and homeports for 2024.
  • Holland America Line's 2024 season is the most diverse we've ever offered that truly has an itinerary for everyone."
  • Rotterdam returns to Northern Europe in 2024 with a season offering several new itineraries.
  • Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination immersion and personalized travel.

This Fall Equinox Tarot Reading From iFate.com Is 100% Free

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fall season officially starts this Friday, September 24th with the coming of the Fall Equinox (also called the "Autumnal Equinox"). The popular astrology and Tarot website, iFate.com is marking the occasion by offering a free, online Fall Equinox Tarot Reading, available for a limited time.

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  • The Fall season officially starts this Friday, September 24th with the coming of the Fall Equinox (also called the "Autumnal Equinox").
  • Popular astrology and Tarot website, iFate.com is marking the occasion by offering a free, online Fall Equinox Tarot Reading, available for a limited time.
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fall season officially starts this Friday, September 24th with the coming of the Fall Equinox (also called the "Autumnal Equinox").
  • The popular astrology and Tarot website, iFate.com is marking the occasion by offering a free, online Fall Equinox Tarot Reading , available for a limited time.